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Small Doses of Inspiration

While I enjoy attending workshops and lectures, sometimes I need inspiration in smaller doses.

During my teaching years, I would pop my head in a neighboring classroom and chat briefly between periods. Those three to five minutes of conversation would be all that I needed to receive (give) encouragement and support.

As a writer, I have to think outside the box if I want that small dose of inspiration. I could call a friend or family member, but the conversation could easily extend beyond five minutes and derail my daily writing practice.

I found the solution in the most unlikely of places—YouTube. The following short clips keep me on track whenever…

I face a daunting task

Receive less-than-stellar reviews or rejections

Or simply need the kind of inspiration that only David Bowie can provide.